▲The late former President Jeon Du-hwan [Image source=Yonhap News]

▲The late former President Jeon Du-hwan [Image source=Yonhap News]

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[Asia Economy Reporter Kwon Jae-hee] The Japanese government expressed condolences on the death of Jeon Du-hwan, who served as the 11th and 12th president of Korea.


On the 24th, Matsuno Hirokazu, Chief Cabinet Secretary and spokesperson for the Japanese government, said at the regular press conference, "Upon receiving the news of former President Jeon's passing, I would like to express my condolences and pray for the repose of the deceased."



When asked how the Japanese government views Jeon's death, he mentioned, "He was the first Korean president to officially visit our country in 1984."


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